A careless mistake leaves Vietnamese tourists regretting spending 100 million VND on a trip to Egypt.

(Dan Tri Newspaper) - After spending nearly 100 million VND and a long time traveling to Egypt, actress Khanh Van was still disappointed because she encountered an incident that prevented her from visiting the inside of the pyramid.

Despite spending nearly 100 million VND, they still left with regrets.

Recently, actress Khanh Van took a trip to Egypt with the desire to see and even step inside the Giza pyramids – a prominent symbol of human civilization.

She shared that she spent nearly 100 million VND on this trip, including international and domestic flights, with the total travel time lasting almost two days.

Upon arriving at the Giza pyramid complex, the actress couldn't hide her awe at the sheer scale and majestic beauty of the structure. Khanh Van said that the real-life experience was far more impressive than anything she had seen in books, newspapers, or on social media.

Khanh Van at the Giza pyramid complex (Photo: Facebook of the person).

However, the actress's dream trip was marred when she was unable to enter the pyramid. According to Khanh Van, only upon arriving in Giza was she informed that the tour did not include pre-booked tickets for entry into the complex.

Meanwhile, tickets to enter the pyramid require advance booking and are not sold directly at the destination. "If I booked tickets at that time, it would have been too late for the group's schedule to move on to other locations, so I could only visit the outside," Khanh Van shared.

Although many believe that the interior of the pyramid doesn't offer many attractions, the actress said that actually stepping inside the structure was her greatest wish when visiting Egypt. Only achieving "half of her goal" left Khanh Van feeling regretful, especially considering the considerable cost and time spent on the trip.

Because she hadn't booked tickets in advance, the actress was only allowed to visit the outside of the pyramid and not go inside (Photo: Character's Facebook).

Based on her personal experience, Khanh Van advises tourists to carefully research the tour itinerary and confirm that they have booked tickets to visit the Giza pyramid complex before departure. According to her, currently, the Giza area only sells tickets for the outer entrance, while tickets to enter the pyramids must be booked in advance through the official website.

Despite some regrets, Khanh Van said the trip still gave her memorable experiences and many beautiful photos. The actress commented that by choosing a time with fewer tourists and being flexible in their travel, visitors can capture impressive moments alongside Egypt's famous pyramid complex.

In fact, several travel companies in Vietnam are offering tours to Egypt, with popular durations ranging from 6 to 12 days, and prices fluctuating from approximately 50 million VND to over 100 million VND per person, depending on the itinerary, airline, and quality of service.

Tours typically include highlights such as Cairo, the Giza pyramid complex, the Egyptian Museum, the Nile River, Luxor, and Aswan. However, most programs only cover the exterior of the Giza pyramids. Access to the interior is usually not included and requires additional booking or advance reservation.

The trip brought Khánh Vân many beautiful photos (Photo: Facebook of the person).

Some tour operators say that the number of tickets to visit the pyramid complex is limited and subject to Egyptian regulations, so not every tour group can arrange this experience without a specific request from the outset.

Egypt and experiences that make tourists hesitant.

Besides its magnificent ancient structures and exceptional historical value, Egypt also makes many tourists hesitant. Not only do they encounter difficulties with organization and ticketing, but many who have visited the country have shared unpleasant experiences, even placing Egypt on their list of destinations they "wouldn't want to return to a second time."

Speaking to a reporter from Dan Tri newspaper , Ms. Bui Diep Thao Van ( Hanoi ) said that Egypt is a destination she will never return to. According to her, almost every small action requires a tip, from taking photos for others, opening car doors, to giving directions.

Recounting her experience at Cairo airport, Ms. Van said that a man wearing a uniform resembling an "airport employee" proactively helped her push her luggage cart with a professional attitude. However, immediately afterward, he held out his hand and demanded a service fee of approximately 520,000 VND.

"The airport walls are plastered with signs warning against giving money to support staff, but in reality, it's still done as a legitimate service," Ms. Van said angrily.

Ms. Vân said that Egypt has many unique beauties, but also many things to be aware of (Photo: Facebook of the person).

Even with local guides, despite being paid in full as agreed, she said they still showed displeasure if the tip wasn't as much as they wanted. According to her, tourists visiting Egypt should almost certainly be prepared for the tipping culture to be present everywhere.

Previously, Penny, a British travel blogger, attracted attention when she frankly shared that she "couldn't wait another minute to leave Egypt" after a tiring and disappointing trip.

According to Penny, what haunted her most was the widespread scamming, harassment, and the culture of asking tourists for extra money. "From tour guides and hotel staff to small service providers, almost everyone tries to get more money, even if tourists have already paid in full," she said.

The troubles began at the airport when Penny was scammed by a fake Uber driver, and then ripped off by a real Uber driver. She also recounted being blocked from entering a mausoleum for not tipping, being surrounded by street vendors, and experiencing constant pressure for refusing to buy anything.

Penny encountered many vendors who tried to haggle and overcharge in Egypt (Photo: Screenshot).

Furthermore, Penny stated that the luxury Nile cruise she had booked was actually an old, unsanitary vessel. The tour guide repeatedly took guests into shops and held them there to pressure them into buying things. Upon leaving Egypt, Penny and her friends were subjected to constant baggage checks and forced to pay fees to enter the airport lounge.

Besides financial issues, Penny emphasized that Egypt "is not for the faint of heart," as she was frequently stared at and subjected to offensive remarks on the streets.

"If you don't mind being scrutinized, being asked for money unnecessarily, and don't need privacy, Egypt might be right for you. Otherwise, go back," Penny shared.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/du-lich/so-suat-khien-khach-viet-chi-100-trieu-dong-sang-ai-cap-phai-om-tiec-nuoi-20260120113729946.htm